How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Leicester?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Leicester start at $38. The average price for this train route is around $87. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Manchester to Leicester?

The average train trip from Manchester to Leicester takes 2h 20m and covers 120 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 8m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Leicester route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from East Midlands Railway , CrossCountry .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Leicester?

The earliest train from Manchester to Leicester departs at 7:43am. The latest train departs at 8:43pm.

What is the best train operator from Manchester to Leicester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Leicester?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Manchester to Leicester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Leicester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Train Manchester to Leicester from $48

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Leicester on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 22m	6:05pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	4:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 19m	7:02pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	10:03am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	10:03am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	11:03am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leicester on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	10:03am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	4:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 19m	7:02pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	10:03am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	11:03am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	11:03am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leicester on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	10:03am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	4:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 19m	7:02pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	10:03am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	11:03am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	11:03am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leicester on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 27m	6:10pm	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 27m	10:10am	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 27m	10:10am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 27m	11:10am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 27m	11:10am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leicester on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 38m	10:21pm	Leicester	CheapestFastest
Train	8:26am	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 22m	11:48am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 38m	10:21pm	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:26am	Manchester Piccadilly	3h 22m	11:48am	Leicester	No tags
Train	9:27am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 43m	12:10pm	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leicester on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	10:03am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	4:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 19m	7:02pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	10:03am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	11:03am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	11:03am	Leicester	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leicester on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	11:03am	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	4:43pm	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 19m	7:02pm	Leicester	Fastest
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	10:03am	Leicester	No tags
Train	7:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	10:03am	Leicester	No tags
Train	8:43am	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 20m	11:03am	Leicester	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Leicester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

120 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $131	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $298	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $27	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Leicester by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Leicester?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Leicester start at $38. The average price for this train route is around $87. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Manchester to Leicester?
The average train trip from Manchester to Leicester takes 2h 20m and covers 120 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 8m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Leicester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Leicester?
The earliest train from Manchester to Leicester departs at 7:43am. The latest train departs at 8:43pm.
What is the best train operator from Manchester to Leicester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Leicester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Manchester to Leicester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Leicester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-30

$131

12-01

$131

Today

$131

12-03

$92

12-04

$92

12-05

$93

12-06

$68

12-07

$48

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Leicester was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Leicester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $48 to $284 for a train ticket from Manchester to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-07.